1962 Austin A 99 vs. 1978 Ford Mustang
To start off, 1978 Ford Mustang is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Mustang (138 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Austin A 99 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Mustang. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Mustang.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 1978 Ford Mustang | |
| Make | Austin | Ford |
| Model | A 99 | Mustang |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1215 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2560 mm |
